ISLAND RETREAT

SOLD OUT

June 28–30
$563–$675

SOLD OUT

July 12–14
$563–$675

SOLD OUT

August 9–11
$563–$675

Come enjoy a quintessential Maine stay on an island just minutes from Port Clyde. Arriving at the recently updated lodge on Gay Island starts a time warp in the heart of Vacationland. There are no cars on this island but one can enjoy walking on paths, beachcombing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, or simply sitting with sounds of nature. We’ll even take a boat ride to the lighthouse that Forrest Gump ran to and visit the island-scapes used in N.C. Wyeth paintings. We’ll also take a tour to see the puffins on Eastern Egg Rock. The lodge is located near Friendship, home of the original lobstering boats, Friendship sloops. Experience a beachfront bake with lobster from one of the local fishermen, and oysters from our next-door neighbor’s oyster farm. Please join us for a two-night classic Maine Adventure. Trips start at 2 p.m. on Fridays and end at 2 p.m. on Sundays.

Cancellations: The payment is 50% refundable in the event you have to cancel, as long as the cancellation is made 21 days before the trip. After that time, your payment is non-refundable. Alternately, 100% of your payment will be refunded if a replacement can be found prior to the trip.

Excellent trip. Bill and Thea of Maine Sports were perfect for our group. It was more challenging than I expected but that was great. Food and accomodations were just right.

Ted Lund / Katahdin Hiking Adventure

“Overall, I thought my vacation on Gay Island was outstanding. Everything from the lodge, to the natural surroundings, to the sunsets, and the ocean breezes made me feel like I was in a distant land, far, far away from my ordinary life. Time stood still, and three days seemed like three weeks. The effects of being on Gay Island lasted long after I returned to my normal, everyday existence. It is difficult to describe how rejuvenated, energized, and yet relaxed I felt after three days on Gay Island. The natural beauty and profound peacefulness on the island nourishes the mind, body and soul.”

Diana Weggler / Island Retreat

“Thanks for a wonderful day yesterday! It was informative, creative, with a “just right” mix of technical and artistic information. We found the workshop very worthwhile.”